Practically Happy

Have you ever considered the way you use your conjugations? Over the last couple years, I've found that swapping two simple words helps me feel more connected, whole, and human than before. Listen in for this simple swap and invite the same magic into your own life. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/liv...

Kicking off Season 3 with this candid discussion of the metaphor of a heartbeat. Pump, Pump, Relax. How often do you take that pause to relax and reconnect to yourself and to others? Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus and Pro at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choice...

We all have some idea of how our decisions make an impact on the environment and our communities, but how often do we reflect and choose just a little bit better? In this episode, I chat with Rupa Singh of Sustainably Rupa about how to get started or continue evaluating and doing our part for a better world. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreem...

Hi again! After recording Episode 105 about managing the juggle as a working mom, I realized I wanted to give some concrete childcare ideas. Here are 10 creative ideas for creating space as a mom so you can work (or read, run, or relax:) Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than E...

Filling the role of mother can be a challenge, albeit a rewarding one. Add to that the role of creative entrepreneur, employee, or any type of worker, and you find yourself with a juggle.  In this episode, I share 5 tips to help manage the juggle of two sometimes conflicting roles. These same tips apply for managing the juggle of working while being in a relationship, or being a mom while trying t...

Sometimes we can choose to wait for things we want. Sometimes, life chooses for us. Either way, there is power in developing patience.  Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Join Podcast Plus at Patreon.com/livefreecreative Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the big headlines and protests calling for Racial Justice and Equity slowly wane, how can we maintain sustainable momentum for social justice? With Everyday Anti-Racism.  I was thrilled to have Jasmine Bradshaw of the First Name Basis podcast join me for a candid conversation about including Anti-Racism education and action in our regular life. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcas...

In part two of this two-part episode, I dive into the specific programs, books, ideas, and resources I have pulled together for our homeschooling journey. All of the resources we plan to use would be amazing, dynamic supplements to any time of traditional education as well (many we have used already for years!) and I hope they are helpful for you. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcas...

With the uncertain landscape of education this upcoming school season, I've made the decision to homeschool my three kids (grades 1, 4, and 6) at least until our public schools resume in-person classes. In part one of this two-part episode I share some ideas around determining your personal values regarding education, and how to use those to find peace with your decisions. I also jump into some id...

When you look at a tree, you only see what is above the ground. The branches and leaves stretching into the sky. They seem important. But what about everything happening beneath the surface?  In this episode, Miranda shares a metaphor of roots and branches that has helped her see life through a more complete lens. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @liv...

Does your perfectionist tendency get in the way of you DOING and BEING what you want? In this episode, Miranda shares some ideas to help you understand the value of the imperfect offering. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Join patreon.com/livefreecreative Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

This episode celebrates 1 year since the release of Miranda's book More Than Enough! She also discusses the idea of "Autoboxes" and how we can reclaim the freedom to choose in our own lives. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How can you eat more healthy and still like your life? In this episode with comedian, nutritionist, and author Talia Pollock, we discuss simple ideas for living a little more healthy and a little more happy. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2020 is almost halfway over! It has been a doozy, and in this episode Miranda invites you to reflect, reframe, and refocus. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who does what at home is a question many partners have to address and figure out over time in their household. In this episode, Miranda and her husband Dave share openly about how they have and currently manage household duties! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...

With lots of seemingly tricky topics out there, Miranda shares how she has been able to cultivate a culture of open dialogue with her kids. These three simple steps can help you get started! Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The journey to becoming anti-racist requires us showing up in all of our imperfection. Simple steps and actions over the next weeks, months, years, and our entire lifetime will be required for us to challenge the systemic racism that the country is founded upon. Let's make change. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough...

Join Miranda in her interview with old friend and upcoming debut novelist Tiffany Rosenhan. They chat about the creative process, the publishing process, why travel matters, and keeping perspective. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy Miranda's Book More Than Enough on Amazon Pre-Order Girl From Nowhere  Learn more about your ad choi...

Have you noticed how one simple environmental change can make a huge affect on your behavior? In this episode, Miranda explains a theory from the world of criminology that has made a huge impact on her everyday life.  Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...

Sometimes, when life gets overwhelming, the best way to begin is to just choose three simple things to do each day. Elise Cripe, creator of the Get To Work Book, and author of Big Dreams, Daily Joys is an expert at The Three Things and shares her tips in this episode. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Lea...

We aren't born knowing how to walk, or talk, or do math, or drive. So, why do most of us assume that we should just KNOW HOW to have great sex? In this episode, Miranda chats with Sex Therapist Kristin B. Hodson about how to be more intentional about our intimate relationships and experiences. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More...

Do you sometimes feel like you're way behind? Or you don't have enough time to do all of the things you want to do? What if you could change all of that? Listen in for Miranda's ideas on how. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Register for the Live Free From Clutter Course Learn more about your ad choices....

Miranda shares Chapter 14 of her audiobook More Than Enough on the power of Creativity and using what you have. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy More Than Enough on Amazon Register for the Digital Indigo Dyeing Workshop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We know that our future self has learned a lot from our current experiences, but how often do we ask her for perspective? In this episode, Miranda shares how to lean into the wisdom of your future self to answer current questions. Find full show notes at livefreecreative.co/podcast Follow Miranda on Instagram @livefreemiranda Buy Miranda's book More Than Enough on Amazon Learn more about your ad c...

What if being aware of your menstrual cycle meant more than just having a vague idea of when your period will begin? What if women could be empowered to make plans, meals, and even big decisions based on flowing with the four seasons of the cycle and what they each mean? In this interview with April Davis from TheVaginaBlog.com, Miranda  learns more about what it means to really flow with your sea...